Armed Subject - Stolen Gun Recovered

Armed Subject - Stolen Gun Recovered

On Sunday, July 16, 2017, at approximately 5:20 a.m., Bloomington Police Officers responded to the 1800 block of West Olive Street for a report of an Armed Subject.

It was reported a suspect armed with a handgun, was trying to get into the window of an apartment.

Initial officers arrived on scene and encountered a male who then fled the scene on foot. After a short foot pursuit, officers placed the male into custody. A stolen handgun was recovered nearby the arrest location.

Osman S. McLaurin, age 20, of Normal was arrested for Resisting Police Officer, Criminal Trespass to State Land, and Disorderly Conduct.

McLaurin was transported to the McLean County Jail.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Bloomington Police Detective Atteberry at 309-434-2548 or jatteberry@cityblm.org

If you wish to remain anonymous, please call McLean County Crime Stoppers at 309-828-1111. If your call leads to the arrest and indictment of suspect(s) you may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.